Which statement best reflects pediatric assessment of hypertonia compared to adult assessment?

Which statement best reflects pediatric assessment of hypertonia compared to adult assessment?

• A. Pediatric CP often shows mixed tone with co-contraction and developmental variation; use age-appropriate scales, consider dynamic tone, and tailor goals to functional milestones.
• B. Pediatric assessment relies solely on standard adult scales.
• C. Tone in children is static and not task-dependent.
• D. Evaluation ignores functional milestones.

Answer: (A)